Job Openings

Careers at the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy are rewarding in more ways than one. While working at the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, including at Fallingwater, you’ll experience an unusually deep sense of accomplishment, pride and camaraderie with other like-minded professionals.

Café Team Member – Full Time

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a full-time Café Team Member to provide excellent customer service by waiting on customers, help in the preparation and presentation of food and maintain a clean and stocked facility.

Job Duties

  • Ensures proper set up and follows open procedures of the café.
  • Sets up pastry display.
  • Preps, cooks and plates items for Café service to specification; may occasionally assist in other culinary functions as needed.
  • Takes customer orders, assists in preparation, and serves their food/beverage items, while providing an exceptional visitor experience.
  • Operates the sales register paying careful attention to accurate cash handling responsibilities and procedures.
  • Assists in maintaining inventory and monitoring shortages.
  • Maintains a clean, orderly, and sanitized work area, follows proper food handling procedures, takes measures to avoid contamination, and supports the highest quality of health and safety standards.
  • Assists the Sous Chef or Executive Chef as needed.
  • Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable.
  • Performs additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Must be able to stand up to 8 hours
  • Must be able to bend, move, and lift up to 40lbs
  • Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment, appliances, and tools – including knives, slicers, and ovens.
  • Frequent bending and stooping
  • Work in a hot environment, sometimes with with/near open flame

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with food preparation and cooking.
  • Exceptional customer service and organizational skills.
  • Some experience handling cash and performing sales transactions preferred
  • Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
  • Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays and be flexible with schedule and hours.
  • To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time hourly, seasonal position with benefits.

Pay

Pay range: $17.26-$19.28 per hour

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Café Team Member – Full-Time in the subject line.

Application Deadline

Until filled

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Land Protection Manager

Headquarters - Pittsburgh Office (Pittsburgh, PA)

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) has been dedicated to protecting and restoring the region’s exceptional natural places since 1932. As a member-based nonprofit organization, we work in cities and towns across Western Pennsylvania and rely on the help of thousands of members, partners and volunteers. We are making a difference in our region’s water, land and life. We do this work for the benefit of wildlife and people who call Western Pennsylvania home, and for future generations. 

We are seeking an individual to fill the position of Land Protection Manager. This position is responsible for developing and managing land acquisition projects, maintaining contacts with the public interested in land protection options, developing partnership opportunities with government agencies, local land trusts, and conservation partners; and representing Land Conservation and Stewardship in the assigned strategic areas of the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy.   

The position assists the Vice President, Land Conservation in achieving WPC’s Land Protection strategies and initiatives in a designated region by independently planning, coordinating and implementing land acquisition projects with a high level of independence, including fundraising, following internal standards and land trust accreditation standards and obtaining all necessary approvals for projects.  Initiates and maintains contact with the landowners interested in land protection options and develops partnership opportunities with other conservation organizations, including other land trusts.  The position requires a high level of organization to manage the many details of the position. 

Job Duties

  • Works to identify, contact and inform landowners of conservation options in WPC’s priority conservation areas, focusing on strategic areas in western Pennsylvania, generally identified on WPC’s Conservation Blueprint and other areas of focus identified by the Vice President, Land Conservation.  
  • Maintains paper and electronic files in conformance with standards set by WPC based upon Land Trust Alliance Standards and Practices. Ensures that LTA Standards and Practices are met. 
  • Prepares moderately complex and/or confidential correspondence and legal documents.   Functions as in-house expert on land transaction documentation; provides guidance and assists other staff or land trusts with document review, as needed.   
  • Works from a designated base WPC office or offices and travels throughout Pennsylvania, especially strategic areas in western Pennsylvania, generally identified on WPC’s Conservation Blueprint and other areas of focus identified as directed by the Vice President, Land Conservation. With the permission of the Vice President, Land Conservation, some work can be performed from home or another remote location. 
  • Establishes and maintains strong relationships with landowners in identified strategic areas, independent of the Vice President, Land Conservation.   
  • Manages land protection projects including:
    1. Attending meetings and negotiating with landowners; 
    2. Conducting site visits; 
    3. Handling all pertinent documentation; 
    4. Reviewing aspects of due diligence including appraisals, title work and phase one environmental assessments; 
    5. Preparing draft legal documents; 
    6. Coordinating with title companies; 
    7. Documenting all aspects related to conservation transactions; 
    8. Coordinating financing strategies including development of grant proposals and seeking funding sources to support acquisitions and related expenses; and 
    9. Managing project timelines independent of the Vice President, Land Conservation, but communicating with the Vice President and other senior staff as necessary for the successful completion of land protection projects. 
  • Works with legal counsel, Vice President of Land Conservation and other LCS staff relating to the acquisition and divestment of land, including organizing closings, negotiating with involved parties and handling all pertinent documentation. 
  • Assists science staff with the development of parcel-level land protection plans and implements land protection plans for properties identified in plans.   
  • Responsible for documentation pertaining to real estate acquisition and conveyance expenses and other costs, to ensure easy linkages to organizational asset sheets. 
  • Answers questions from and provides information to the general public regarding land protection tools available to them including questions regarding acquisition of conserved property and gifts of real estate.  
  • Maintains data for land protection projects in the data management system.  
  • Researches grants and income-generating opportunities, prepares grant proposals and maintains relationships with donors.   
  • Participates in WPC organizational events and event planning as requested. 

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • Utilizing keyboarding and fine motor skills  
  • Driving a motor vehicle  
  • Sedentary work  
  • Sitting/standing/walking for periods in excess of 8 hours  
  • Possesses sufficient physical stamina to conduct field investigations in rough terrain and adverse weather conditions. 
  • Speaking and hearing in-person, telephone, and other remote speech  
  • Seeing with near and far visual acuity 

Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree and field of study or experience in natural resources, real estate, law, or a related field, or a demonstrated interest in one or more of these fields is preferred.   
  • Knowledge of the tools used for land protection such as easements, deed restrictions, deeds, best management practices, etc. is preferred.    
  • Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to handle multiple tasks and priorities.   
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills and well-developed verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Must have excellent time management skills. Must excel in achieving results on schedule.  
  • Must have a high degree of accuracy and be detail oriented. 
  • Must have excellent computer skills, including the ability to use word-processing, spreadsheet and database software.   
  • Ability to meet all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 

Location

This position's primary location(s): Headquarters - Pittsburgh Office (Pittsburgh, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time opportunity, which includes a benefits package.

Additional Details

The position is based in our Pittsburgh office. However, a candidate with significant experience might be able to work from northwestern Pennsylvania

Pay

$54,600 to $64,600 annually. Please include salary expectations. In consideration of advanced qualifications and years of experience, the pay may be higher than this range, as candidate pay will be commensurate with experience.

Application Process

Please send a cover letter and resume to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Land Protection Manager in the subject line. 

Application Deadline

February 28, 2025

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Museum Store Assistant Manager

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as Museum Store Assistant Manager. This person will be responsible for assisting the Museum Store Manager in the day-to-day operation of the Museum Store, overall operations, inventory control, ordering product, merchandising, customer service and managing personnel. This position acts as the Museum Store Manager in manager’s absence.

As an iconic museum destination with an international audience, Fallingwater offers its visitors an unparalleled experience and upholds the highest industry standards in customer service and hospitality.

Job Duties

  • Under the guidance of the Director of Retail Operations, assists with the ordering and reordering of fine craft, high design, and mission-related items for the Museum Store.  Ensures that stock levels on key items remain fluid throughout the season.
  • Occasionally attends various trade and craft shows, as well as buying trips as requested by the Director.
  • Works with the Director and Museum Store staff to ensure the store’s appearance and aesthetic standards are maintained.
  • Assists the Director in training Museum Store staff on quality customer service and in ensuring that staff maintains customer service standards.
  • Supervises Museum Store’s office staff, ecommerce assistant/inventory coordinator, and functions as the assistant supervisor for other Museum Store staff and associates.
  • Responsible for training, scheduling, and staff assignments.  Assists with performance reviews, and informing Director of any personnel issues.  May participate in interviews and selection of new staff, as required.
  • Works a regular schedule in the Museum Store; waits on customers; processes sales, opens and balances register.  Responsible for maintaining proper cash control procedures.  Ensures Museum Store staff completes all financial reports accurately and in accordance with established policy.
  • Assists with Museum Store’s online platform and sales. Processes sales, shipping, returns, etc. Updates images and writes product descriptions. Maintains inventory. Resolves customer issues.
  • Ensures proper storage of inventory, and maintains inventory control. Supports the Director with end-of-year inventory reports.
  • Checks received inventory against purchase orders to assure that correct items are received.  Follows-up and resolves discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Processes invoices the WPC’s accounting policies, procedures, and timelines.
  • Creates inventory item numbers and accurately enters and receives items into POS database.
  • Utilizes reports and performs inventory spot checks.
  • Receives purchase orders in accordance to system procedures.  Creates labels, and affixes appropriate labels to items.
  • Organizes stock in accordance with the Museum Store’s policies and standards.
  • Maintains store files on a regular basis.
  • Orders supplies for the Museum Store and its office.
  • Incorporates WPC’s constituent-focused customer service values in work habits and interaction with others.
  • Encourages visitors to become WPC members.
  • Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable.
  • Supports the Conservancy’s mission and goals.
  • Assists in maintaining Museum Store office cleanliness.
  • Picks up and delivers mail/packages at the post office.
  • Picks up locally made Museum Store product.
  • Performs additional duties and responsibilities as needed.
  • Ensures that the Museum Store van has gas, and is well maintained.
  • Ensures that van log is completed accurately, and notes any discrepancies in travel and/or time. a

Absolute Requirements

  • Five years of professional retail sales experience, with at least three years of higher-level sales experience.
  • Three years of supervisory experience strongly preferred
  • Buying experience and/or fulfilment/reordering experience preferred,
  • Must possess visual merchandising skills and the ability to adhere to visual standards.
  • Must have well-developed organization skills and be accurate with details.
  • Must have outstanding customer relation’s experience and be proficient with verbal/written communications.
  • Must be a team player and have the ability to work well with others.
  • Must have excellent computer skills, including the ability to use Excel, Word and Point of Sale software. Prior experience with computerized inventory software is preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license is required.
  • Flexibility with schedule and hours and ability to work weekends and holidays is required.
  • To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Lift up to 30 lbs. consistently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
  • Climb step stools and ladders.
  • Reach overhead, stretch and bend over to access and store stock.
  • Stand for long periods of time — at least three hours.

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time opportunity which includes a robust benefits package.

Pay

$47,600 to $53,900

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume, salary expectations, and referral source to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list “Museum Store Assistant Manager” in the subject line.

Application Deadline

Until filled

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Senior Director of Operations and Sustainability for Fallingwater

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a full time Senior Director of Operations and Sustainability.

The Senior Director of Operations and Sustainability works closely with the Vice President and Director of Fallingwater to manage the site’s day-to-day operations and improve efficiency and performance across programs. Ensuring exceptional customer service for a dynamic museum and site on the UNESCO World Heritage List, this position oversees the visitor services, security, maintenance, volunteer, and landscape departments to meet the needs of guests from around the world with diverse backgrounds and abilities. In addition, the Senior Director oversees internal operations, policies, and services to create a welcoming, accessible, and inclusive working environment for employees. Along with Fallingwater, the site consists of an extensive managed landscape and over 20 ancillary buildings, and the Senior Director provides strategic oversight for sitewide cyclical and corrective maintenance. Inherent to all operations is a commitment to sustainability, both environmental and fiscal, and the Senior Director works to enhance and implement sustainability initiatives related to public-facing services, facilities management, maintenance practices, and capital improvements.

A leadership role on Fallingwater’s management team, the Senior Director for Operations and Sustainability oversees a broad range of responsibilities in managing and maintaining sitewide facilities and services. As such, the Conservancy encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Applicable past experience for this position may include management at historic sites, public gardens, land trusts, museum facilities, parks, or other related cultural institutions.

Job Duties

  • Maintains operational oversight to ensure that Fallingwater procedures are upheld in areas of operation related to maintenance, visitor services, security, landscape, volunteers and sustainability.
  • Responsible for facilities management oversight for the Fallingwater campus, which includes twenty buildings supporting the site’s educational programs as well as the Barn at Fallingwater, a multipurpose office, event, and meeting facility.
  • Supervises the Director of Maintenance and oversees the Maintenance department to ensure efficiency, exceptional quality, and sustainability in all maintenance activities related to the buildings and grounds. Works closely with the Senior Director of Preservation and Collections regarding any maintenance of historic buildings and the artifact storage building.
  • Oversees all construction or remodeling projects involving ancillary buildings at Fallingwater as well as any capital improvements. Manages the RFP process and coordinates project management from start to finish. Attends weekly meetings with the Director of Fallingwater, Director of Maintenance, and Senior Director of Preservation and Collections to ensure sitewide coordination for projects.
  • Supervises the Horticulturist and leads the management of Fallingwater’s landscape, including maintenance of the landscape, implementation of horticultural plans, and tree management on the Fallingwater property.
  • Supervises the Director of Visitor Services and oversees the Visitor Services department to ensure exceptional front-line operations and customer service for an international audience. Working closely with the Director of Visitor Services, approves ticketing and admissions policies and procedures and budgeting.
  • Supervises the Director of Safety and Security, oversees the Security Department, and is responsible for maintaining a security program designed to protect the buildings, fine and decorative art, grounds, as well as ensuring the safety of all visitors and museum personnel. Working with the Director of Security and Safety, approves safety and security procedures and policies, policy changes, and budget.
  • Oversees the Volunteer Coordinator and ensures Fallingwater maintains a robust volunteer program that engages volunteers with meaningful, fulfilling opportunities that help accomplish sitewide goals.
  • Leads the Fallingwater Sustainability Committee and works with employees across the organization to develop and achieve sustainability goals.
  • Participates in the Bear Run Nature Reserve (BRNR) management committee, a 5100-acre reserve, and assists with Land Conservation initiatives that impact the BRNR and Fallingwater.
  • Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the Conservancy’s policies, programs, and procedures.  Responsibilities include development and administration of budgetary information; development and administration of contracts with the guidance of finance and legal; recommending and/or approving staff changes or actions; ensuring appropriate training and staff development; providing advice and guidance on the more complex aspects of the job; and resolving complaints or related divisional issues.
  • Represents Fallingwater at appropriate meetings and conferences.
  • Participates in formulating and administering policies and developing long range goals and objectives.
  • Reviews analyses of activities, costs, operations, and forecast data to determine division progress toward stated goals and objectives.
  • Maintains an effective system of communication throughout the division and organization.
  • Serves as member of various management committees.
  • Performs additional duties and responsibilities as required.

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning, and reaching.
  • Physical stamina and the ability to stand for long periods – 6-7 hours per day.
  • Physical stamina for working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
  • Utilizing keyboarding and fine motor skills.
  • Gross manipulation such as seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s).
  • Utilizing gross motor skills to operate tools and equipment.
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment.
  • Pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
  • Bending, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, and crawling.
  • Reaching overhead, at eye level, and below shoulder level.
  • Climbing up and down stairways and ladders.
  • Sitting/standing/walking for periods in excess of 2 hours.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • At least five years successful experience in museum management is required, with an emphasis in museum operations; or comparable management experience that may substitute.
  • Excellent communications skills with emphasis on writing and public speaking capabilities is required.
  • Must be able to work well independently, in teams and with all levels of staff and volunteers. Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
  • Must have proven management and leadership skills.
  • Must possess good planning and organizational skills and be able to manage multiple priorities and diverse activities.
  • Must be able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Must be flexible with work hours and schedule. The job often requires the ability to work long hours and weekends.
  • Excellent computer skills are needed.
  • To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time opportunity which includes a robust benefits package.

Additional Details

We offer a robust and competitive benefits package which includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance/AD&D, short-term disability, long-term disability, 403(a) and 403(b) retirement plans including generous employer match, EAP, and more!

Pay

$97,900 – $118,800 annually

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume, salary expectations, and referral source to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Senior Director of Operations and Sustainability, Fallingwater” in the subject line.

Application Deadline

Until filled

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Café Manager

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a full-time Café Manager. The person in this position will report to the Executive Chef and will assist with the daily operations of the Fallingwater Café.

Job Duties

  • Works directly with the Executive Chef in all aspects of running a food service operation including organizing, cooking, employee training and supervision, inventorying, cleaning, and special event catering. 
  • Evaluates food products to ensure that quality standards are consistently met. 
  • Supervises Café staff as directed, in the absence of the Executive Chef.  
  • Assists Executive Chef in training new hires and existing staff, including training on continuing education and compliance with food service regulations, and in overall Café cleaning and maintenance. 
  • Ensures that cash control measures in the Café are followed. 
  • Oversees general Café cleaning and maintenance to ensure aesthetic standards are maintained. 
  • Assists with resolving and satisfying customer concerns in order to provide an exceptional visitor experience. 
  • Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable and directed by Chef. 
  • Performs additional duties and responsibilities as requested. 

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.  
  • Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment, appliances, and tools – including knives, slicers, and ovens 
  • Must be able to stand up to 8 hours
  • Ability to bend, crouch, lift overhead, twist 

Qualifications

Minimum of two years of formal culinary/food service management training or commensurate experience; minimum of two years of culinary preparation experience in similar volume operation with comparable duties and responsibilities. 

Prior supervisory experience is required. Must have the ability to assign duties, provide or arrange for training, and supervise employees. 

Knowledge of catering for special events is preferred. 

Knowledge of supplies, equipment and services necessary to run an efficient operation. 

Good interpersonal skills and ability to work well with managers, staff, supplier/vendors, and clients is essential. 

Knowledge in sustainable food practices is preferred.  

Proven skills as a strong team player with some experience supervising employees and with professional kitchen organization is required. 

Must be able to work weekends and holidays, be able to work overtime as necessary, and have flexibility with scheduling and hours. 

Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with POS systems required. 

Valid driver’s license required. 

To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time, seasonal opportunity which includes a robust benefits package.  

Additional Details

We offer a robust and competitive benefits package which includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance/AD&D, short-term disability, long-term disability, 403(a) and 403(b) retirement plans including generous employer match, EAP, and more! 

Pay

Pay: $19.09 to $21.35 an hour. Please include salary requirements in your cover letter.

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume, salary expectations, and referral source to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Café Manager in the subject line.

Application Deadline

Until filled

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PMSC AmeriCorps Member – WPC Land Stewardship/Bear Run

Bear Run Nature Reserve (Mill Run, PA)

The PMSC AmeriCorps member will serve with Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s Land Stewardship program to support projects that enhance ecological health, restore natural communities, and provide recreational opportunities at the 5,100-acre Bear Run Nature Reserve and other Conservancy preserves.

Job Duties

The member will be responsible for maintenance of hiking trails and backcountry campsites, invasive plant removal, boundary maintenance, and other land management activities, and will assist with conservation easement monitoring and volunteer workdays.

Requirements

  • Academic requirement – Some college with related coursework in natural resource management or a related field. Extensive practical experience may substitute for academic coursework.
  • Experience requirement – Some outdoor work experience required. Trail work and experience with power equipment (chainsaw and weedwhacker) is preferred. Must be able to work independently and in a group setting. Experience using GPS and GIS applications is preferred but not required.
  • Additional comments –Given the rural location of the work sites, the member will be required to have a personal vehicle and valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

  • Able to lift 50 lbs
  • Ability to spend extended periods of time in excessive heat and potentially inclement weather and stamina to work long hours hiking through rough, steep terrain

Preferred Qualifications

Trail work and experience with power equipment (chainsaw and weedwhacker) is preferred.

Location

This position's primary location(s): Bear Run Nature Reserve (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

May 23, 2025 – August 2, 2025 (average 30 hours/week; 300 hours total); the member must attend occasional Americorps meetings and events.

Pay

AmeriCorps living stipend of $955-biweekly. An education award of $1,565.08 is earned after a successful term of service. Applicants must be willing to commit to the entire service period.

Application Process

Please send a letter, resume and salary requirements to azadnik@paconserve.org and list PMSC-Bear Run Land Stewardship in the subject line.

To learn more about the Pennsylvania Mountain Service Corps (PMSC) visit https://www.pmsc.org/.

Application Deadline

March 3, 2025

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The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is fully committed to diversity and inclusion. We seek contributors from all backgrounds to join our team. Read our equal opportunity employer statement.